NEWS
United/H&E deal; Hilti and Renta partnership; Yanmar Compact Equipment pulls out of Bauma.

Q4 ERA/IRN RENTALTRACKER
Recent surveys have seen a drop in sentiment, but is there hope on the horizon in Europe?

PREVIEW BAUMA 2025
With the show just months away, more details from both organisers and exhibitors have been revealed. Lewis Tyler reports.

SHOW GUIDE EXECUTIVE HIRE SHOW
The biggest equipment rental event in the UK returns in February, and the topic of the energy transition will be on the minds of many.

PREVIEW IAPAS/IPAF SUMMIT
2025 IAPAs set to celebrate excellence and best practice in the access industry this March.

THE UNITED/H&E DEAL IS IT A GOOD MATCH?
Murray Pollok looks at the specifics behind the $4.8 billion deal, and analyses how it could impact the North American market.

INTERVIEW SALTI
Family-owned rental company Salti has plans to be a top four player in France. CEO and president Jean-Sebastian Guiot reveals the secrets behind the plans.

ALTERNATIVE POWER HYDROGEN
Access giants are taking different approaches to hydrogen units. Jeff Pao asks whether they offer a genuine alternative.

COUNTRY FOCUS SPAIN
The path to growth in Spain has not been clear, but sentiment among companies, especially in the niche segment, is growing.

2025 OUTLOOK
IRN hears from rental companies on what they are expecting for the coming year. Will growth be one expectation?

HEALTH AND SAFETY
With health and safety a burning issue, stakeholders are aiming to improve the health of employees. Jeff Pao reports.

LIGHTING TOWERS
With hybrid and solar becoming increasingly popular methods of power, how are OEMs ensuring they meet end user challenges?

GENSETS AND COMPRESSORS
Recent advancements are meeting demand for greener, smarter technology. Lewis Tyler reports.

INTERVIEW KENNARDS
Speaking to IRN, incoming Kennards Hire CEO Stuart Dean outlines his vision for the company and pays tribute to Bill Whitehouse.